All In All Health TIP: The hidden danger that is Gluten- Gluten is a very popular subject nowdays, but what exactly is Gluten? Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, spelt, kamut, and oats. And yes, you can be allergic to gluten without having Celiac disease. Celiac is the most extreme form of gluten intolerance. Many people have uncomfortable symptoms when they eat foods that contain gluten. These are some of the symptoms of gluten intolerance: headaches, irritability, unexplained fatigue, lack of concentration, pain and discomfort on the digestive tract including bloating, gas, foul-smelling stool and occasional vomiting, constipation and diarrhea, unexplained weight loss (as your body is not absorbing the food nutrients properly), lactose intolerance, eczema, rashes and itchy blistering, rosacea, canker sores, neurological problems, joint pain, tingling in the arms and legs, nerve damage, poor balance, tooth enamel erosion and discoloration. WHAT FOODS CONTAIN GLUTEN? All breads contain gluten. It is hidden in many foods such as pasta, bread, pizza, some drinks and of course in processed foods. You need to learn how to read the labels when you shop for gluten-free foods. WHAT PEOPLE DON’T KNOW IS THAT GLUTEN CAN CAUSE SERIOUS HEALTH RISKS. A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that people with diagnosed, undiagnosed, or gluten sensitivity had a higher risk of death, mostly from heart disease and cancer. Some of the listed diseases by The New England Journal of Medicine are: osteoporosis, irritable bowel disease, inflammatory bowel disease, anemia, cancer, fatigue, canker sores, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis and most autoimmune diseases. Gluten is also linked to depression, dementia, migraines, epilepsy and autism. HOW CAN YOU TEST FOR GLUTEN INTOLERANCE: eliminate all foods containing gluten and read the labels. The easiest way to test gluten intolerance is following an elimination diet which I recommend working with my clients as well. HOW TO TREAT: adopt a totally gluten free life: eliminate ALL gluten from your diet. Your diet should be 100% gluten free. Even a trace amount of gluten can cause an immune reaction in your body. Educate yourself and learn how to incorporate gluten free foods and products in your daily life. Read the labels as even cosmetics such as lipsticks, hair and skin care products can contain gluten. Have a Happy and Healthy Day!
Posted on: Tue, 27 May 2014 05:00:00 +0000
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